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D-Link DCS-5020L reviews
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3.82out of 5
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Manufacturer codeDCS-5020L/B
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About the D-Link DCS-5020L
D-Link DCS-5020L/B is listed in the security cameras category. The recorded specifications include maximum resolution: 640 x 480 pixels; night vision: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code DCS-5020L/B. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For D-Link DCS-5020L, the recorded details include maximum resolution: 640 x 480 pixels; night vision: Yes; night vision distance: 8 m. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Maximum resolution
- 640 x 480 pixels
- Night vision
- Yes
- Night vision distance
- 8 m
- Connectivity technology
- Wired & Wireless
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Expert reviews 3
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PCMag
3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
Reviewed camera model: D-Link DCS-5020L. Colour, quantity or bundled accessories may differ; this review does not establish that the exact package was tested.
Read the full review ↗Checked 12 Oct 2026
QualeScegliere
3.95 / 5Original rating: 7.9 / 10
Reviewed camera model: D-Link DCS-5020L. Colour, quantity or bundled accessories may differ; this review does not establish that the exact package was tested.
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Wisely Reviews
4.00 / 5Original rating: 80 / 100
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Read the full review ↗Checked 12 Oct 2026
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SmallNetBuilder
D-Link DCS-5020L Pan/Tilt Cloud Camera Reviewed
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Technikblog
Testbericht: D-Link DCS-5020L preiswerte Cloud Kamera
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Terry Caliendo
D-Link DCS-5020L Cloud Wireless IP Camera Review
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D-Link DCS-5020L – Recensione completa
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D-Link DCS-5020L specifications
Manufacturer code: DCS-5020L/B · Icecat product 18516929 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Maximum resolution | 640 x 480 pixels |
|---|---|
| Night vision | Yes |
| Night vision distance | 8 m |
| Connectivity technology | Wired & Wireless |
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Processor, memory & storage5 details
| Supported graphics resolutions | 160 x 112, 320 x 240, 640 x 480 (VGA) |
|---|---|
| Frame rate | 30 fps |
| Built-in HDD | No |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 - 70 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
Camera, image & video6 details
| Lens viewing angle, horizontal | 66.22° |
|---|---|
| Lens viewing angle, vertical | 49.08° |
| Optical sensor size | 25.4 / 5 mm (1 / 5") |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Video formats supported | H.264, M-JPEG |
| Video motion detection | Yes |
Connections & wireless5 details
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | No |
Power & battery3 details
| AC input voltage | 12 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| DC output current | 1 A |
Controls & features2 details
| PTZ control | Yes |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Form factor | Dome |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black, White |
| Width | 102.3 mm |
| Depth | 101.3 mm |
| Height | 133.6 mm |
| Weight | 292.4 g |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
|---|
Further product details10 details
| Minimum illumination | 0 lx |
|---|---|
| Tilt angle range | 0 - 30° |
| Tilt speed | 16 °/sec |
| Pan range | 0 - 30° |
| Pan speed | 16 °/sec |
| LED type | IR |
| Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) |
| Security algorithms | HTTPS |
| HTTPS encryption | Yes |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 85% |
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What is the listed maximum resolution for D-Link DCS-5020L?
The source specification records maximum resolution as 640 x 480 pixels. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed night vision for D-Link DCS-5020L?
The source specification records night vision as Yes. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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